LT
Leo Turner
2 Mar 2026
3.0
Cheap but basic
Price was good. Car was fine. Bit of waiting and the desk felt understaffed.
20-30 minutes
moderate
yes
Minor damage issue
Supplier reviews
East Coast Car Rentals car hire reviews
4 reviews1 country covered
3.8
East Coast Car Rentals is a supplier worth checking location by location. Read the reviews below for honest feedback on queues, deposits, car condition, and whether the desk experience matches the price.
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5–15 min avgMedium pressureMinor damage dispute issues
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3.8
Good
4 reviews
Gold Coast Airport
RS
Ryan S.
8 Nov 2025
4.0
Adelaide Airport East Coast — no-frills but genuine
Staff were upfront about everything — no pressure sales, just an honest compact sedan with a few scratches documented. Perfect for a simple weekend rental.
5–15 min queue
No upsell pressure
Car matched booking
No damage dispute
CR
Cairns R.
22 Oct 2025
4.0
Cairns Airport East Coast — reef base
Locally-owned option with competitive rates. The Corolla handled Cairns heat well. Staff gave crocodile safety advice.
5–15 min queue
Mild upsell pressure
Car matched booking
No damage dispute
GB
GoldCoast B.
15 Sept 2025
4.0
Gold Coast Airport East Coast — beach trip ready
Australian-owned with honest pricing. The Hyundai i30 was perfect for Surfers Paradise. No hidden fees.
5–15 min queue
Mild upsell pressure
Car matched booking
No damage dispute